Pedestrian killed in Manatee hit-and-run

Published: Monday, December 10, 2012 at 7:08 a.m.

Last Modified: Monday, December 10, 2012 at 7:08 a.m.

A pedestrian was killed early this morning in Manatee County when they were struck by a vehicle that fled the scene, authorities say.

The victim's name has not been released, pending notification of next of kin, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The incident occurred shortly after midnight, on 51st Avenue East, troopers reported. The victim was walking westbound when he or she was hit by a vehicle heading in the same direction. The force of the impact knocked the victim into a nearby ditch.

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, according to FHP.

There was no further information available as to a more precise location for the incident, or on a description of the vehicle.

Investigators ask anyone with information on the case to contact FHP at 239-938-1800.

<p><i>DEVELOPING...</i></p><p>A pedestrian was killed early this morning in Manatee County when they were struck by a vehicle that fled the scene, authorities say.</p><p>The victim's name has not been released, pending notification of next of kin, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.</p><p>The incident occurred shortly after midnight, on 51st Avenue East, troopers reported. The victim was walking westbound when he or she was hit by a vehicle heading in the same direction. The force of the impact knocked the victim into a nearby ditch.</p><p>The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, according to FHP.</p><p>There was no further information available as to a more precise location for the incident, or on a description of the vehicle.</p><p>Investigators ask anyone with information on the case to contact FHP at 239-938-1800.</p><p><hr /></p><p><i>EDITOR'S NOTE: Check back for details on this developing story.</i></p>